Joanne MacIsaacNPR Digital Services RSS Generator 0.94Lee’s career in weather began while he was in the Navy, working as a weather observer aboard a U.S. Naval ship. He has a B.S. in Meteorology from San Jose State University. Over the years Lee has worked in a broad range of weather fields including climatology, aviation meteorology and, most recently, as a broadcast meteorologist. From 2001-2008, Lee was Chief Meteorologist at KNAZ, Flagstaff’s NBC affiliate, and he worked as a reporter and weather anchor for KPNX, in Phoenix. Lee has also made several appearances on The Weather Channel during some of Flagstaff’s biggest snowstorms. He collaborated with KNAU for many years before coming on in 2013 as the station’s in-house meteorologist. Lee is also Chief Meteorologist and student advisor for NAZ Today, Northern Arizona University’s TV news station.NPR Digital Services RSS Generator 0.94Lee BornSat, 17 Mar 2018 12:46:45 +0000Lee Bornhttp://knau.org
Lee BornHere we are entering the holiday season and it feels more like October. Arizona along with much of the West is experiencing some of the driest and warmest fall weather in record keeping history, in some cases that's nearly 120 years! Over the next couple of weeks we can expect more unseasonably pleasant weather thanks to a remarkably strong and persistent area of high pressure anchored over the region. This may seam like a familiar forecast, that has become much more common in recent years. The dry and warm conditions that come with high pressure has become of much concern for many throughout the western United States. Recently many atmospheric scientists are conducting research into this relatively new "Ridiculously Resilient Ridge" phenomenon. Check out this fascinating and timely weatherwest.com blog by UCLA Atmospheric Scientist, Daniel Swain.Why So Warm and Dry in December?http://knau.org/post/why-so-warm-and-dry-december
100212 as http://knau.orgFri, 08 Dec 2017 16:20:21 +0000Why So Warm and Dry in December?Lee BornIt’s time for another Weather Musing with KNAU meteorologist Lee Born where he answers listener questions. And today’s is rather poetic. The question comes from Ed Peacock of Flagstaff who wants to know if his observations reading water on the Colorado River also apply to wind speed.Weather Musings with Lee Born: The Flow of Wind and Rapidshttp://knau.org/post/weather-musings-lee-born-flow-wind-and-rapids
98294 as http://knau.orgFri, 20 Oct 2017 17:50:53 +0000Weather Musings with Lee Born: The Flow of Wind and RapidsLee BornIt will be a beautiful weekend of weather to get outside and take in the fall colors of Arizona. Though many of the aspens at higher elevation have past their peak and dropped leaves, there is still plenty of opportunity for good viewing. Click the photo for links that will take you to the national forests fall colors pages that provide all the information needed to find areas still ablaze. Coconino National Forest Kaibab National Forest P rescott National Forest Tonto National Forest A ll Regional Forests InformationFall Colors Updates 10/13http://knau.org/post/fall-colors-updates-1013
98007 as http://knau.orgFri, 13 Oct 2017 19:08:43 +0000Fall Colors Updates 10/13In the latest installment of KNAU’s occasional segment “Weather Musings,” Meteorologist Lee Born answers listener-submitted questions about perceived shifts in the pattern of northern Arizona’s monsoon, as well as the effects of climate change on global weather.Weather Musings with KNAU Meteorologist Lee Born: Monsoon Patterns and Climate Changehttp://knau.org/post/weather-musings-knau-meteorologist-lee-born-monsoon-patterns-and-climate-change
96984 as http://knau.orgFri, 15 Sep 2017 16:05:04 +0000Weather Musings with KNAU Meteorologist Lee Born: Monsoon Patterns and Climate ChangeLee BornOne of the most spectacular of all sky events is finally within hours. The partial solar eclipse in Arizona will begin at 9:13 am and continue until 12:01. Monsoon activity from Sunday overnight into early Monday will pose some cloud debris issues across portions of northern Arizona. While it is difficult to predict exactly where stubborn morning clouds will linger, we can try. Here is a look at a model prediction of where the clouds will be hanging around at 8 am. The 11 am forecast is very similar. The model is painting a picture of cloud cover issues mainly across the far northwestern/northern portions of the State as well as covering a big chunk of Navajo and Apache counties. This may or may not play out as depicted. In the morning if you are cloud free, you should be fine right where you are, as additional cloud cover will not develop by eclipse time. If there is cloud cover in the morning at your location and you want the best odds of being cloud free, head to the lowerEclipse Weather for AZ Skywatchershttp://knau.org/post/eclipse-weather-az-skywatchers
95992 as http://knau.orgSun, 20 Aug 2017 21:58:42 +0000Eclipse Weather for AZ SkywatchersLee BornFlagstaff Current Weather NWS Flagstaff HomepageFlagstaff Forecast, Current Conditions and NWS Linkhttp://knau.org/post/flagstaff-forecast-current-conditions-and-nws-link
94459 as http://knau.orgThu, 13 Jul 2017 16:11:08 +0000Flagstaff Forecast, Current Conditions and NWS LinkLee BornAn extreme heat wave will impact Arizona, as well as much of the West through the week. What makes this unusual compared to our typical summer heat is the extended period of days it will last and temperatures will approach all-time record numbers for many locations. The NWS has issued Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories for the entire region. Heat of this magnitude can pose dangers of heat related illness. Please remember to drink plenty of water and try and keep yourself, family members and pets cool.Extreme Heat Wavehttp://knau.org/post/extreme-heat-wave
93563 as http://knau.orgMon, 19 Jun 2017 19:20:56 +0000Extreme Heat WaveLee BornThe latest storms that delivered 37 inches of snow in Flagstaff over seven days is the 10th snowiest storm cycle in Flagstaff dating back to 1899. It was also the largest snow storm in seven years. The National Weather Service records "excessive storms," which are defined by a period of time when measurable snowfall occurs on consecutive days, leading to 25 inches or greater accumulation by the time the snowfall ends.Storm Makes the Record Bookhttp://knau.org/post/storm-makes-record-book
87891 as http://knau.orgThu, 26 Jan 2017 20:13:17 +0000Storm Makes the Record BookLee BornA series of strong and cold Pacific storms will take aim at Arizona over coming days. The first in the series will quickly enter Thursday spreading rain and snow across the region. Snow will accumulate with the first storm down to 5500', especially Thursday night into early Friday. The second storm is due Friday evening into early Saturday. This storm will be colder and wetter with more snow piling up down to 5000' or even lower. A lull in storms is expected Saturday evening through Sunday before the final storm enters early Monday. Heavy snowfall is forecast which will make travel hazardous. In addition lower elevation rain of 2-3" could cause flooding issues. The NWS has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Thursday-Saturday time frame (first two storms). Stay tuned for the latest information on these developing storms.Wintry Trifecta on the Way!http://knau.org/post/wintry-trifecta-way
87590 as http://knau.orgWed, 18 Jan 2017 20:47:42 +0000Wintry Trifecta on the Way!Lee BornCheck out the NWS presentation of 2016 weather year in review .Weather and Climate Review for 2016 in Northern Arizonahttp://knau.org/post/weather-and-climate-review-2016-northern-arizona
87133 as http://knau.orgFri, 06 Jan 2017 05:56:58 +0000Weather and Climate Review for 2016 in Northern ArizonaLee BornA potent winter storm will move into Arizona on Saturday. Rain and snow will move into western AZ during the morning hours and spread across entire State during the afternoon. Snow will fall down to valley floors Saturday night. In addition very windy conditions will cause blizzard like conditions at times. Winter weather travel conditions will exist Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning. Those planning to travel across the region are encouraged to avoid this time period. Friday will be a much better day to get to where you need to be. Christmas day the storm will exit with improved road conditions. The NWS in Flagstaff has issued a Winter Storm Watch for elevations above 6000' through Saturday. This will likely be upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning as it grows nearer. Stay tuned for the latest on this evolving winter storm. Be safe and enjoy our White Christmas and Hanukkah!Christmas Eve Winter Stormhttp://knau.org/post/christmas-eve-winter-storm
86671 as http://knau.orgThu, 22 Dec 2016 22:20:28 +0000Christmas Eve Winter StormLee BornDry and mild weather is forecast for Arizona this Thanksgiving Day into Saturday. Sunday a strong, winter type storm will begin to bear down on the region with much colder temperatures and increasing wind as the storm approaches. Sunday afternoon and especially evening snow is forecast to fly across the high country. There is potential for snow and blowing snow to become heavy Sunday night into Monday morning down to 3500' in elevation, making travel difficult across northern and central Arizona. If you have travel plans Sunday, earlier is better! Keep a watchful eye on the NWS Flagstaff homepage for more on this developing storm.Holiday Weekend Travel Likely to Include Snowhttp://knau.org/post/holiday-weekend-travel-likely-include-snow
85640 as http://knau.orgThu, 24 Nov 2016 00:27:50 +0000Holiday Weekend Travel Likely to Include SnowLee BornFlagstaff Extended Forecast from the NWSFlagstaff Five Day Forecasthttp://knau.org/post/flagstaff-five-day-forecast-0
70767 as http://knau.orgFri, 10 Jun 2016 03:51:37 +0000Flagstaff Five Day ForecastLee BornCurrent temperatures, wind, and moreArizona Weather Observations Maphttp://knau.org/post/arizona-weather-observations-map
45693 as http://knau.orgWed, 08 Jun 2016 03:16:30 +0000Arizona Weather Observations MapLee Bornclick hereNorthern AZ Radar http://knau.org/post/northern-az-radar
49585 as http://knau.orgWed, 08 Jun 2016 03:15:17 +0000Northern AZ Radar Lee Bornhttp://www.met.sjsu.edu/weather/sat2/java-g15/smani-g15.htmlCurrent Satellite Imageryhttp://knau.org/post/current-satellite-imagery
41430 as http://knau.orgWed, 25 Dec 2013 19:49:03 +0000Current Satellite Imagery